Senior Caseworker

About the Business:

The Addington Hostel has operated for 125+ years providing unique care for men who have Corrections/Mental Health/Addictions experiences. This is a 24/7 staffed site with a mix of Nurses, Social Workers, Caseworkers, Support workers, Counsellors and Addiction staff focused upon housing but also on a holistic response to a wide variety of needs each day

What will your responsibilities be:

The Senior Caseworker works alongside all the hostel team in providing support and guidance in the day issues that arise for all parts of the team. You bring your wisdom, experience and training in ensuring the best outcome is reached in the unique problems that come up every day.

Our ideal candidate will:

A NZ approved degree level qualification in Nursing, Social Work, Counselling, Addictions, (or equivalent) NZ registration with NZ Council of Nursing, SWRB, Dapaanz, NZAC or NZ equivalent  At least 3 years post grad experience in direct client work/Casework in either Mental health, Addictions, Housing, Counselling (or similar) Able to work with Men within a hostel type environment

Our offer to you:

An additional 5 days leave each year  Discounted Medical Insurance with Southern Cross TSA discount card for discount with various retailors such as Beaurepairs, Noel Leeming, Placemakers and Torpedo7 Free confidential counselling services to support your wellbeing Free flu vaccinations Flexible working arrangements- hours of work to be negotiated Free onsite car parking Monthly paid supervision Option to undertake Post Grad Cert in Health Sciences (Addictions/Mental Health) at Otago Uni or similar with paid Study days and study allowance Annual registration fee paid Ongoing internal training Social workers pay equity scale applies

Candidates should be adaptable, energetic, self-motivated and committed to our mission of 'caring for people, transforming lives and reforming society' 

This role is permanent full time and  hours worked will be 40 per week.

The starting salary for this role will fall between $81k and $102k depending upon experience and qualifications 

This role may close early due to an increased number of applications - apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment 

We look forward to receiving your application.

The Salvation Army is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and believes workplaces thrive with diversity.

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